2004 BMW X5 vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | X5 M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1764 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 85 L |
